Job Description

Family Law Solicitor/Legal Executive
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire (with flexibility across regional offices)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

A well-respected and long-established law firm is seeking a qualified Family Law Solicitor or Legal Executive (0-3 years PQE) to join its growing Family Department. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, client engagement, and involvement in a wide variety of family and matrimonial law matters.

The Role

The successful candidate will be confident, organised, and proactive, with a genuine interest in family law. You will assist on and manage a range of matters, including but not limited to:

• Divorce and separation

• Financial proceedings following divorce or separation

• Private law children matters

• Pre- and post-marital agreements

• Cohabitation and separation agreements

You will also work closely with the firms marketing team to develop the departments profile, strengthen client relationships, and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of service to clients

• Collaborate with partners and fee earners to develop new business opportunities

• Contribute to the development and success of the Family Department

• Achieve fee income targets in line with agreed objectives

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice

• Ensure sound financial control, including billing and collection of monies on account

• Carry out fee-earning work accurately, reliably, and in accordance with quality and risk management procedures

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

• Knowledge of key areas of family law, including divorce, private law children cases, and financial proceedings

• Experience working on family law matters (can include training contract or paralegal work)

• Strong organisational and planning skills

• Ability to work confidently and develop towards managing your own caseload

• IT literate, with experience in case management systems

• Understanding of Money Laundering Regulations and Solicitors Account Rules

Desirable

• Familiarity with SOS Connect or other case management systems

• Marketing and business development experience

• Presentation or public speaking skills

Attributes

• Proactive and positive approach to work

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• High level of integrity, empathy, and professionalism

• Resilient and able to work well under pressure

• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth

Benefits

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Staff discounts on legal services
• Income protection
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Salary exchange pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working options